1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zephyr | 740 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |